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Angela Oswalt, MSW

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The following are Angela's contributions to www.MentalHelp.Net

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Child Development and Parenting: Adolescence

Adolescent Parenting References And Resources

Ashford, Jose B., Craig W. Lecroy, and Kathy L. Lortie. Human Behavior in the Social Environment. Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole Thomson Learning, 2001. Bailey, J.M... Read More

Child Development and Parenting: Adolescence

Adolescent Parenting Summary & Conclusion

Parents are charged with the significant challenge of providing their youth opportunities to practice developing their problem-solving skills and allowing them to learn from their... Read More

Child Development and Parenting: Adolescence

Personal Security While In Public Places

Youth also need to make sure they know how to protect themselves while they are traveling in public places whether they are walking around their... Read More

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Adolescent Parenting References And Resources
Dec 13, 2011
Adolescent Parenting Summary & Conclusion
Dec 13, 2011
Personal Security While In Public Places
Dec 13, 2011
Protecting Adolescent Safety: Independent Living
Dec 13, 2011
Protecting Teens From Teenage Bullying
Dec 13, 2011
Protecting Teens From Teenage Fights, Gang Violence, Exposure To Sexual Predators And Graphic Internet Violence
Dec 13, 2011
Protecting Teens From Abusive Relationships And Dating Violence
Dec 13, 2011
Parental Guidelines For Teen Driving Privileges: The Family Driving Contract
Dec 13, 2011
Driving Privileges And Safe Driving Practices For Young Drivers
Dec 13, 2011
Steps For Parents: Part II
Dec 13, 2011
Steps Parents Can Take To Protect Their Children From Alcohol And Other Drug Use
Dec 13, 2011
What Can Parents Do To Prevent Teenage Alcohol And Drug Use?
Dec 13, 2011
Understanding The Risks Of Adolescent Drug Use: Part II
Dec 13, 2011
A Parent's Guide To Protecting Teens' Health & Safety
Dec 13, 2011
Discipline And Guidance: Older Adolescents And Young Adults (18 Years And Older)
Dec 13, 2011
Discipline And Guidance: Early To Middle Adolescence: Socializing, Dating And Driving
Dec 13, 2011
Discipline And Guidance: Early To Middle Adolescence: Time Management And Family Commitments
Dec 13, 2011
Discipline And Guidance: Early To Middle Adolescence
Dec 13, 2011
Parenting Teens: Discipline, Love, Rules & Expectations
Dec 13, 2011
Medical Insurance For Adolescents And Young Adults
Dec 13, 2011
Adolescent Sexual Health
Dec 13, 2011
Mental, Emotional, And Behavioral Healthcare For Adolescents: Part II
Dec 13, 2011
Mental, Emotional, And Behavioral Healthcare For Adolescents
Dec 13, 2011
Caring For Teens: Healthcare For Teens And Young Adults
Dec 13, 2011
Body Piercing
Dec 13, 2011
Tattoos Continued
Dec 13, 2011
Tattoos And Body Piercing
Dec 13, 2011
Hair And Cosmetics
Dec 13, 2011
Enhancing Personal Appearance: Cosmetics, Tattoos & Piercings
Dec 13, 2011
Unsafe Sun Exposure And Tanning
Dec 13, 2011
Daily Bathing, Dental Care And Skin Care
Dec 13, 2011
Parenting Teens: Skincare, Cosmetics, Tattoos & Piercings
Dec 13, 2011
Clothing Clashes, Housing Decisions, And Financial Management: Part III
Dec 13, 2011
Clothing Clashes, Housing Decisions, And Financial Management: Part II
Dec 13, 2011
Clothing Clashes, Housing Decisions, And Financial Management
Dec 13, 2011
Healthy Teens: Sleep Continued
Dec 13, 2011
Healthy Teens: Sleep
Dec 13, 2011
Parental Guidelines To Promote Physical Activity In Teens
Dec 13, 2011
Preventing Adolescent Sports-Related Injuries
Dec 13, 2011
Healthy Teens: Exercise And Sports
Dec 13, 2011
Adolescent Diabetes Continued
Dec 13, 2011
Common Nutritional Challenges For Teenagers: Adolescent Diabetes
Dec 13, 2011
Common Nutritional Challenges For Teenagers: Eating Disorders And Unhealthy Dieting
Dec 13, 2011
Common Nutritional Challenges For Teenagers: Adolescent Obesity
Dec 13, 2011
How Can Parents Help Teens To Develop Healthy Eating Habits?
Dec 13, 2011
Nutritional Guidelines For Teens
Dec 13, 2011
Teenage Caloric Requirements
Dec 13, 2011
Adolescent Parenting Introduction
Dec 13, 2011
References
Nov 17, 2010
Summary And Conclusion
Nov 17, 2010
Teen Sexuality: Suggestions For Parents And Other Caregivers
Nov 17, 2010
Middle To Late Adolescence (ages 15 To 22): The Age Of Romance
Nov 17, 2010
The Development Of Adolescent Sexuality
Nov 17, 2010
The Development Of Sexual Orientation
Nov 17, 2010
Transgendered Youth
Nov 17, 2010
The Development Of Gender Identity
Nov 17, 2010
Adolescent Sexual Development
Nov 17, 2010
Kohlberg's Theory Of Moral Development - Part II
Nov 17, 2010
Kohlberg's Theory Of Moral Development
Nov 17, 2010
Piaget's Theory Of Moral Development
Nov 17, 2010
Adolescent Moral Development
Nov 17, 2010
Teens And Romantic Relationships And With Other Adults
Nov 17, 2010
Teens And Family Relationships: Siblings
Nov 17, 2010
Teens And Family Relationships: Parents
Nov 17, 2010
Teens And Peer Relationships
Nov 17, 2010
Adolescent Social Development
Nov 17, 2010
Self-Identity And Values
Nov 17, 2010
James Marcia And Self-Identity
Nov 17, 2010
Erik Erikson And Self-Identity
Nov 17, 2010
The Development Of Self-Identity
Nov 17, 2010
Emotional Self-Efficacy
Nov 17, 2010
Adolescent Emotional Development
Nov 17, 2010
The Maturing Adolescent Brain
Nov 17, 2010
Jean Piaget's Theory Of Cognitive Development
Nov 17, 2010
Adolescent Cognitive Development
Nov 17, 2010
Perspiration, Acne And Oily Skin
Nov 17, 2010
Adolescent Physical Development: Part II
Nov 17, 2010
Adolescent Physical Development
Nov 17, 2010
Overview Of Adolescent Development: Part III
Nov 17, 2010
Overview Of Adolescent Development: Part II
Nov 17, 2010
An Overview Of Adolescent Development
Nov 17, 2010
An Introduction To Adolescent Development
Nov 17, 2010
Child And Adolescent Development Overview: Middle Childhood
Jun 23, 2010
Managing Menstrual Symptoms And Accidents
Jun 23, 2010
Learning To Predict Menstrual Cycles
Jun 23, 2010
Menstrual Pads And Tampons
Jun 23, 2010
Puberty Appendix A: Teaching Girls How To Manage Menstruation
Jun 23, 2010
Puberty Conclusion
Jun 23, 2010
Limiting Children's Risk Of Sexual Abuse
Jun 23, 2010
Signs And Symptoms Of Child Sexual Abuse
Jun 23, 2010
Child Sexual Abuse And Assault (Rape)
Jun 23, 2010
When To Seek Professional Help
Jun 23, 2010
Allowing Children More Autonomy
Jun 23, 2010
Handling Peer Pressure And Saying No
Jun 23, 2010
Teaching Sexual Values And Emotional Self-Protection
Jun 23, 2010
Information For Boys And Girls: Pregnancy And Sexually Transmitted Disease
Jun 23, 2010
Information For Girls; Managing Menstruation And Other Vaginal Discharge
Jun 23, 2010
Menstruation, Wet Dreams And Related Subjects
Jun 23, 2010
Information About Reproduction Is Fundamental
Jun 23, 2010
Provide Enough Guidance, But Not Too Much
Jun 23, 2010
Talking To Children Continued
Jun 23, 2010
How Do I Talk With My Child About Puberty?
Jun 23, 2010
Developing Interest In Sex And Sexuality
Jun 23, 2010
Social Pressures Influence Mood And Behavior
Jun 23, 2010
Mental/Emotional/Social Changes Through Puberty
Jun 23, 2010
Secondary Physical Changes
Jun 23, 2010
Primary Physical Changes Associated With Puberty
Jun 23, 2010
Introduction To Puberty
Jun 23, 2010
Middle Childhood Parenting Conclusion
Jun 22, 2010
Prejudice
Jun 22, 2010
Bullying And Peer Abuse Continued
Jun 22, 2010
Bullying And Peer Abuse
Jun 22, 2010
Handling Manipulative Or Aggressive Children
Jun 22, 2010
Encourage Children To Support One Another By Diverting Direct Competition
Jun 22, 2010
Sibling Rivalry
Jun 22, 2010
Questions About Sex Continued
Jun 22, 2010
Romantic Crushes And Questions About Sex
Jun 22, 2010
Cigarettes, Alcohol, And Drugs
Jun 22, 2010
Social Skills Continued
Jun 22, 2010
Teaching Children Social Skills
Jun 22, 2010
Fitting In And Peer Pressure
Jun 22, 2010
Moving To A New House
Jun 22, 2010
Remarriage, Step-Parenting, Blended Families
Jun 22, 2010
Divorce And Remarriage
Jun 22, 2010
Death
Jun 22, 2010
Learning The Truth About Santa Claus, The Easter Bunny, The Tooth Fairy, Etc.
Jun 22, 2010
Dealing With Life's Tough Topics
Jun 22, 2010
Children's Need For Privacy
Jun 22, 2010
Nurturing Children
Jun 22, 2010
Chores
Jun 22, 2010
"Grounding" Children And Sticker Charts
Jun 22, 2010
Use Of Rewards And Punishments To Motivate Children's Behavior
Jun 22, 2010
Choices And Consequence
Jun 22, 2010
Discipline And Guidance
Jun 22, 2010
Planning In Advance For School Closings And Sick Days
Jun 22, 2010
Handling School-Related Discipline Incidents
Jun 22, 2010
Helping Children Get Their Homework Done
Jun 22, 2010
Engaging With Teachers, The School, Other Parents And The Educational Process
Jun 22, 2010
Education And Schools
Jun 22, 2010
Firearm (Gun) Safety
Jun 22, 2010
Pet Safety
Jun 22, 2010
Outdoor Safety
Jun 22, 2010
Latch-Key Children Home-Alone
Jun 22, 2010
Stranger Danger
Jun 22, 2010
Automobiles, Walking And Biking Safety
Jun 22, 2010
Safety
Jun 22, 2010
Vision Problems
Jun 22, 2010
Asthma
Jun 22, 2010
Allergies
Jun 22, 2010
Headaches And Migraines
Jun 22, 2010
Obesity And Malnutrition
Jun 22, 2010
Childhood Diabetes
Jun 22, 2010
Poison Ivy And Oak, Eczema And Pink Eye
Jun 22, 2010
Bug Bites And Poison Ivy
Jun 22, 2010
Fever
Jun 22, 2010
Stomachaches, Diarrhea And Vomiting
Jun 22, 2010
Colds, Sore Throats And Ear Infections
Jun 22, 2010
Common Childhood Illnesses
Jun 22, 2010
Sun Safety
Jun 22, 2010
Preventative Dental And Vision Care
Jun 22, 2010
Preventative Health Care
Jun 22, 2010
Exercise
Jun 22, 2010
Children's Hairstyles
Jun 22, 2010
Appearance
Jun 22, 2010
Puberty-Related Hygiene Concerns: Body Odor, Acne And Menstruation
Jun 22, 2010
Hair Care And Clean Clothing
Jun 22, 2010
Appearance-Enhancing Hygiene Habits
Jun 22, 2010
Hand-washing
Jun 22, 2010
Health-promoting Hygiene Habits
Jun 22, 2010
Hygiene
Jun 22, 2010
Managing Children's Insomnia
Jun 22, 2010
Sleep
Jun 22, 2010
The Importance Of Water
Jun 22, 2010
Additional Components Of A Healthy Meal
Jun 22, 2010
Components Of Healthy Meals
Jun 22, 2010
Feeding And Nutrition
Jun 22, 2010
Middle Childhood Parenting Introduction
Jun 22, 2010
Child Development Theory: Middle Childhoood Conclusion
Jun 9, 2010
Sexual Abuse Warning Signs
Jun 9, 2010
Development Of Children's Sexual And Romantic Interest
Jun 9, 2010
Factors Influencing Gender Identity
Jun 9, 2010
Gender Identity And Sexual Development
Jun 9, 2010
Brofenbrenner's Environmentally Influenced Morality
Jun 9, 2010
Kohlberg's Stages Continued
Jun 9, 2010
Kohlberg's Stages Of Moral Development
Jun 9, 2010
Moral Development: Piaget's Theory
Jun 9, 2010
Emotional And Social Development: Social Connections
Jun 9, 2010
Identity And Self-Esteem
Jun 9, 2010
Emotional And Social Development
Jun 9, 2010
IQ Scores As Predictors Of Future Success
Jun 9, 2010
Issues Related To IQ Testing In Middle Childhood
Jun 9, 2010
Causes Of Intelligence
Jun 9, 2010
Intelligence: The Measurement Of Cognitive Capabilities
Jun 9, 2010
Language Development
Jun 9, 2010
Attention, Memory And Meta-Cognition
Jun 9, 2010
Vygotsky's Social Developmental Emphasis
Jun 9, 2010
Cognitive Development: Piaget Part III
Jun 9, 2010
Cognitive Development: Piaget Part II
Jun 9, 2010
Cognitive Development: Piaget's Concrete Operations
Jun 9, 2010
Physical Development: Motor Development
Jun 9, 2010
Importance Of Healthy Lifestyles
Jun 9, 2010
Physical Development: Average Growth
Jun 9, 2010
Middle Childhood Development Theory Introduction
Jun 9, 2010
Appendix B. Emotional Preparation (Managing Homesickness)
Jun 7, 2010
Appendix B. Preparing Children For Camp
Jun 7, 2010
Appendix B. Choosing A Camp
Jun 7, 2010
Appendix B. Camp Experiences
Jun 7, 2010
Appendix A. Volunteer Services Continued
Jun 7, 2010
Appendix A. Volunteer Service
Jun 7, 2010
Nurturing Children's Self-Esteem Conclusion
Jun 7, 2010
Finding Balance
Jun 7, 2010
Building Self-Esteem By Encouraging Socialization (Group Involvement)
Jun 7, 2010
Allowing For Children's Privacy
Jun 7, 2010
Building Self-esteem By Fostering Individuality
Jun 7, 2010
Building Self-Esteem By Encouraging Children To Take On Challenges
Jun 7, 2010
Building Self-Esteem With Love, Affection And Attention
Jun 7, 2010
Communication Strategies To Build Children's Self-Esteem
Jun 7, 2010
Guidelines For Correcting Or Disciplining Children
Jun 7, 2010
Balancing Praise And Criticism
Jun 7, 2010
Fostering Self-Esteem With Communication
Jun 7, 2010
Factors Influencing The Development Of Self-esteem
Jun 7, 2010
Benefits Of Healthy High Self-Esteem
Jun 7, 2010
Why Self-Esteem Is Important And Its Dimensions
Jun 7, 2010
Nurturing Children's Self-Esteem Introduction
Jun 7, 2010
Children And Media Issues Conclusion
Jun 4, 2010
Media Content Blocking And Filtering Strategies
Jun 4, 2010
Media Ratings: Video Games - Part II
Jun 4, 2010
Media Ratings: Video Games - Part I
Jun 4, 2010
Media Ratings: Television
Jun 4, 2010
Media Ratings: Music And Movies
Jun 4, 2010
Setting Limits On Media Use Continued
Jun 4, 2010
Set Limits On Media Use
Jun 4, 2010
Asking Questions And Teaching Safe Media Usage
Jun 4, 2010
Managing Children's Media Consumption
Jun 4, 2010
Replacement Of Healthy Behaviors
Jun 4, 2010
Stranger Danger And Predators (Sexual And Otherwise)
Jun 4, 2010
Adult Content
Jun 4, 2010
Privacy Issues, Identity Theft And Online Reputation Concerns
Jun 4, 2010
Hate Speech, Non-Wholesome Ideas And Illegal Downloads
Jun 4, 2010
Persuasive Speech Blurs Fact And Fiction
Jun 4, 2010
Benefits Of Modern Media Continued
Jun 4, 2010
Benefits Of Modern Media
Jun 4, 2010
Types Of Media Continued
Jun 4, 2010
Types Of Media
Jun 4, 2010
Children And Media Issues Introduction
Jun 4, 2010
Special Education Conclusion
Mar 16, 2010
How Parents Can Cope
Mar 16, 2010
Why Are Gifted And Talented Programs Necessary?
Mar 16, 2010
Gifted And Talented Student Services
Mar 16, 2010
504 Plans
Mar 16, 2010
Early Childhood Education
Mar 16, 2010
Transition Planning And Services
Mar 16, 2010
Accommodation Of Emotional And Behavioral Problems
Mar 16, 2010
What Is Included In An Individual Education Plan (IEP) - Part III
Mar 16, 2010
What Is Included In An Individual Education Plan (IEP) - Part II
Mar 16, 2010
What Is Included In An Individual Education Plan (IEP)?
Mar 16, 2010
IEP Disagreement Options And Annual Renewals
Mar 16, 2010
The Individual Education Plan Meeting
Mar 16, 2010
Handling Disputes: Due Process And Mediation
Mar 16, 2010
What Happens At A Disability Eligibility Meeting?
Mar 16, 2010
The Disability Eligibility Determination
Mar 16, 2010
Parent's Options Regarding The Proposed Evaluation
Mar 16, 2010
The School Proposes An Evaluation Plan
Mar 16, 2010
The Identification And Evaluation Of Disability
Mar 16, 2010
IDEA Categories Of Qualifying Disabilities Part II
Mar 16, 2010
IDEA Categories Of Qualifying Disabilities
Mar 16, 2010
Criticisms Of Disability Labeling
Mar 16, 2010
Individualized Education Plans (IEP) And Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP)
Mar 16, 2010
Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Mar 16, 2010
Special Education Vs. Regular Education
Mar 16, 2010
Special Education Introduction
Mar 16, 2010
Urie Bronfenbrenner And Child Development
Jan 17, 2008